Computational Biochemistry

What it is about

In this seminar you will learn computer-based methods for mass spectrometry-based Omics. You will deal with current applications such as drug discovery and repurposing as well as practical problems (nomenclature, identifier-mapping, network enrichment, data mining) and acquire basic programming skills (introduction to Python) to implement small analysis tasks.

What you will be able to do

• Understanding different approaches to linking biochemistry and informatics
• Applying and developing simple computational tools for research data
• Writing scripts to query online repositories
• Network mapping and basic data analysis
• Insights into state-of-the-art applications (e.g., Drug discovery / repurposing)

What the module consists of

• SeminarPresentations by individual participants on scientific articles in a mini-conference
• TutorialIntroduction to required methods and Python
• Praktische GruppenarbeitSmall programming tasks and development of simple software solutions in groups (3–4 people)

Teaching method

• EinzelpräsentationenDeepening and conveying understanding of selected research articles
• TutorialsIntroduction to computational methods and programming languages (especially Python)
• Praktische Arbeit in KleingruppenApplication and development of simple programs; promotion of multidisciplinary communication
• Selbststudium von FachartikelnDevelopment of the state of research and preparation of presentations